Lead Clinical Scientist/Head of Audiological Services

The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a visionary Head of Audiology to lead the transformation of audiology services. You will be responsible for directing a dedicated team while ensuring the highest quality of patient care. This role focuses on innovation, staff wellbeing, and development at various prestigious healthcare locations in Newcastle, North Tyneside, and Northumberland.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Support for professional development

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in healthcare settings.
• Ability to implement innovative services and research.
• Strong understanding of evidence-based practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Audiology service development and delivery.
• Manage clinical and financial operations strategically.
• Promote staff wellbeing and retention.

Job description

Job Overview

Join us in Transforming Audiology services in The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Having undertaken a comprehensive service review, we are driving forward an exciting transformation in audiology services. With a focus on delivering safe, high‑quality care through strong governance, clear performance standards and innovative ways of working, the service is committed to providing the highest quality of patient care. Working with the clinical team a new structure has been developed which encompasses all aspects of Audiology with an aim to future‑proof the service both for patients and staff. As part of our team you will play a key role in shaping services that improve patient access and outcomes, supported by robust systems that ensure accountability and excellence. Within the structure, research and education have been prioritised along with continued service and staff development. We are equally committed to staff wellbeing – creating a supportive, inclusive environment where professional development is encouraged and work‑life balance is valued. This is an opportunity to be a part of a forward‑thinking service that invests in its people as much as its patients.

Interview Details

• Interview Date: Friday 28 November 2025
• Hours: 37 Hours 30 Minutes/Week

Role Summary

You will be redirected to Trac to apply for the vacancy. Please expand the job details section and read all of the information before applying for the vacancy. We are seeking an outstanding and visionary Head of Audiology to lead our forward‑thinking service. Following a recent service review and the development of a new clinical structure, this is a unique opportunity to shape the future of audiological care across Newcastle, North Tyneside and Northumberland. Having solid governance structures embedded, the service aims to ensure that patients receive the highest quality, evidence‑based hearing and balance services.

Responsibilities

This position is responsible for leading and directing scientific, medical and support staff in the delivery and development of the Audiology service provided by The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. As a senior leader within the Surgical and Associated Services Clinical Board you will work with the Associate Director of Operations for the strategic, clinical and financial management of the department. Working closely with senior managers, commissioners and the wider MDT you will drive innovation, promote research, service transformation and workforce development to meet the needs of our patient population. The board and service are committed to developing and nurturing our staff; this role will have staff wellbeing as a priority with an aim to recruit, retain and develop staff across all levels.

Flexible Working

As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.

Locations

Our staff oversee over 6,500 patient contacts every day, delivering high standards of healthcare from the following sites:

• Freeman Hospital
• Royal Victoria Infirmary (RVI)
• Health Innovation Neighbourhood (on the former Newcastle General Hospital and Centre for Ageing and Vitality site)
• Newcastle Dental Hospital
• Newcastle Fertility Centre
• Northern Centre for Cancer Care, North Cumbria
• Northern Genetics Service
• Cramlington Manor Walks

These include a range of flagship services which deliver cutting‑edge care (supported by state‑of‑the‑art diagnostic services in both radiology and pathology) and are a catalyst for innovation to support pioneering clinical practice in the NHS. We also have offices at Regent Point in Gosforth and community sites.